Singles of the week - Tiscali Music News

2003-03-31

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One Minute Silence - We Bounce

Pounding, hard, melody-tinged metal from the One Minute Silence crew. Only recommended if you like it large and loud on the guitars.

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Burning Brides - Plank Of Fire

Already touted as one of THE new metal bands to watch in 2003, not-to-mention a warm-up favourite for the likes of Audioslave and QOTSA, blistering Philadelphia three-piece the Burning Brides return this week with their latest, rock hard single. A definite standout from the trio's recent debut album, the brilliant metal shaped original of 'Plank Of Fire' is also joined by album track 'Rainy Days' and new song 'Steramine'. A superb to a band to watch!

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Avril Lavigne - I'm WIth You

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India Arie - Little Things

Having shook the Union Chapel in London recently with an absolutely stunning performance, neon soul diva India Arie returns this week with the brand new single from her latest album, 'Voyage To India'. An uplifting, beautiful and staggeringly simple track, 'Little Things' (already a Grammy award winner) is another insight into the wholly individual soul spectrum that Ms Arie seems to inhabit. Both formats of this release also include bonus, more dancefloor orientated, remixes.

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Mario - Just A Friend

Already being tipped as the 'all-new Usher for 2003', Mario debuts in the UK this week with his brilliant debut single for J Records, 'Just A Friend'. Having already made a big noise Stateside with his silky-smooth r'n'b grooves, the talented young singer sets hsi sights on the UK, and this is a perfect place to start. Laidback, groovy and with just the right amount of pop and soul, it's a brilliant debut, and one that signals the emergence of a major urban talent for 2003. Bothformats also include a remix alongside bonus cut 'Braid My Hair.

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Atomic Kitten - Love Doesn't Have To Hurt

The Kittens return, and on the evidence of new single 'Love Doesn't Have To Hurt', motherhood and a slight break hasn't diminished any of the trio's unwavering pop sparkle. A deliciously smooth and soulful acoustic ballad, it also serves as a tantalising taster of what sounds like a slight change in direction for the girls. Co-penned by The Bangles' Susanna Hoffs and legendary song-writing team Billy Steinberg and Tim Kelly, it's an anthemic slice of contemporary pop, and one that shows there's plenty of life in the Kittens yet.

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The Donnas - Take It Off

Forget Geri and the Spice Girls, The Donnas are back this week to show the UK the real meaning of Girl Power! Louder, brasher and sounding better and more accessible than ever, the pop-punk fury of new single 'Take It Off' sees the all-girl US four-piece showing the lads a thing or two when it comes to rocking out. Whilst each format includes bonus tracks (from previous albums) that give the uninitiated an extra taste of what these ladies are all about.

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Eve - Satisfaction

Rap's first lady returns this week with another slice of laidback hip-hop, delivered in her own inimitable style. Keeping the vibe bubbling after Top 10 hits 'Gangsta Lovin' (which featured Alicia Keys) and 'Let Me Blow Ya Mind', the Dre produced 'Satisfaction' only serves to confirm, not that it was needed, Eve's status as one of the finest rappers, of any sex, around right now. Both formats also include bonus tracks alongside an instrumental version whilst the CD adds the striking video.

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Beth Orton - Thinking About Tomorrow

The third single from Beth Orton's critically acclaimed 'Daybreaker' album; 'Thinking About Tomorrow' also happens to find the Brits nominated singer/songwriter at her absolute best. Another majestic rocker delivered in Orton's folky acoustic style, the brilliant album version is also accompanied by remixes from Roots Manuva and Four Tet, each delivering totally contrasting but completely original reworks.

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Roots - Seed

Legendary Philadelphia hip-hop crew The Roots, widely regarded as one the, if not THE, greatest ever live hop-hop band, follow the release of their universally acclaimed fifth studio album, 'Phrenology', with the release this week of new single, 'The Seed 2.0'. Featuring an appearance from Cody ChesnuTT (who's 'The Headphone Masterpiece' is already gaining rave reviews) around a typically funky, awesomely produced musical backdrop, it's also accompanied by bonus live and exclusive tracks.

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